Ethiopia intelligent energy solutions

Does Ethiopia have a hybrid energy system?

Ethiopia possesses an abundance of small-scale wind, solar, and hydropower resources that are suitable for electrifying rural areas 17, 18. It is plausible that a hybrid energy system, by virtue of its enhanced dependability, provides superior energy service in comparison to any individual stand-alone supply system (e.g., solar, wind) 19.

Does Ethiopia have a wind power system?

Ethiopia has connected 33% of its population to the national grid and 11% with off-grid solutions—mostly mini-grids and solar PV systems. Since 2012, wind farms have been installed to compensate for the shortfalls of hydroelectric power in the dry season, but wind energy remains marginal in the national energy mix [ 63 ].

Is Ethiopia 'the forgotten giant of clean electricity'?

When the International Energy Agency president, Fatih Birol, called hydropower 'the forgotten giant of clean electricity’ at the World Economic Forum in 2021, he referred to Ethiopia as one of four countries leading the growth of hydropower globally.

Does Ethiopia face energy security issues?

Ethiopia, a developing country in the early stages of industrialization, faces energy security issues due to a lack of financial resources. Public funding alone may not be sufficient to support the financial requirements for energy infrastructure and service provision.

How does the Ethiopian energy sector work?

The Ethiopian energy sector operates under a framework comprised of the federal government and its various agencies, autonomous regulatory bodies, federal level laws and policies, and international institutions that provide finance.

Should Ethiopia invest in solar and wind energy?

Despite Ethiopia's existing hydropower reliance, solar and wind energy technologies should be considered feasible investment prospects during the planning phase if the country is to meet its ambitious electrification goals.